“TODAY’S YOUTH … TOMORROW’S LEADERS”

Merced County Workforce Investment Board Youth Council United Way of Merced County 658 West Main, Merced, CA 95340 December 14, 2011 – 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Meeting Agenda http://www.mercedwib.com/youthcouncil/youth.html Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call ..................................................................................................... 2. Approve Agenda ..................................................................................................................... 1 3. Approve Minutes (October 19, 2011) .................................................................................... 2 4. Public Opportunity to Speak ...................................................................................... (5 min)

5. Presentation ............................................................................................................... (20 min) 6. Announcements (Roundtable) ................................................................................... (5 min)

7. Discussion/Possible Action ....................................................................................... (20 min)

a. Application for Youth Council Membership – Daphne Post .................... Nancy Havens 5 b. Ad-hoc Committee for Outreach/Acknowledgement

Employer Recognition Event .............................................................. Rhonda Walton 8 8. Reports (Handouts will be provided during meeting) ............................................... (15 min)

a. Fiscal Reports ............................................................ ................. Jackie Walther-Parnell b. In-School Program (YOP) Quarterly Report (Jul-Sep) ................................ Daphne Post c. Out-of-School - EMPOWER Quarterly Report (Jul-Sep) ............................ Daphne Post d. WI – Quarterly Report (Jul-Sep) ............................................................... Nancy Havens e. Monitoring Report .................................................................................... Jessie Guerrero

9. Information ............................................................................................................... (10 min)

a. Youth Council Resignation – Ms. Atenas Canal and Ms. Holly Newlon ......................... 9 b. Performance Measures ...................................................................................................... 12

10. Chair Comments/Future Agenda Items ................................................. Debbie Glass (5min)

11. Date/Time and Location of Next Meeting – February 15, 2012, 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.

HandsOn Central California, 470 W. Main Street, Merced, CA

12. Adjourn ...................................................................................................................................

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Workforce Investment Board of Merced County Youth Council Merced County Office of Education (MCOE) 632 West 13th St, Merced – Room M Wednesday, October 19, 2011, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Meeting Minutes http://www.mercedwib.com/youthcouncil/ Members Present: Melissa Abby, Bob Bittner, Claudia Corchado, John Fowler, Baljit Gill, Debbie

Glass, Mary Jane Hawkes, Richard Mahacek, Nellie McGarry, Mary Ann Navarra, Holly Newlon, Rhonda Walton

Members Absent: Bernedette Castaneda, Laura Gloria, Carol Greenberg, Paula Mason Others Present: Cyndie Bray, Jessica Garibay, Nancy Havens, Shaneice Hickerson, Mike Hulleberg,

Rebecca Lincoln, Toula Moua, Debra Perez, Daphne Post, Jackie Walther-Parnell 1. Call to Order/Roll Call: The Chair, Ms. Debbie Glass, called the meeting to order at 3:35 p.m. Roll

call was taken.

2. Approve Agenda: It was M/S/C Fowler/Bittner to approve the agenda with Item 13, the MCOE YOP and EMPOWER Facility Tour, moved up after the Item 5 Presentation.

3. Approve Minutes: It was M/S/C Walton/Newlon to approve the August 17, 2011 minutes as

corrected.

4. Public Opportunity to Speak: Ms. Claudia Corchado introduced Mr. Michael Hulleberg who is currently working as an intern for the Central California Regional Obesity Prevention Program (CCROPP) at United Way.

5. Presentation: YOP and EMPOWER Participants - Ms. Rebecca Lincoln introduced Shaneice

Hickerson (EMPOWER Participant) who began ROP training in Office Technologies in Medical Environments on Nov 7th on EKG and obtained a position with Forte.

6. MCOE YOP and EMPOWER Facility Tour: MCOE staff provided members with a tour of the youth

programs facilities.

7. Announcements (Roundtable): Each member introduced themselves and provided updates for their organization:

AB109 will provide funding to hire additional probation officers to monitor early release of non-violent prisoners with minimal supervision. Merced Office of Education Valley High Campus is a new school that opened behind the California Highway Patrol office in Atwater, CA. The Career Industry Day at the Merced County Fairgrounds is scheduled for October 25th, 8:30 – 2:00 which will include the “Extreme Entrepreneurial Tour” with two sessions scheduled: 8:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The Summer Camp for Foster Youth in 5th, 6th and 7th grades is scheduled for June 11-15, 2012 at the Jack L. Boyd - Camp Green Meadows Outdoor School. The ROP Automotive

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Training Center at Castle Airport, Aviation and Development Center (Castle) is open on a limited basis; however by next year the Castle ROP Automotive Training Center will be closed for remodeling and is anticipated to reopen in 2013 or 2014. The “Lights On” will be tomorrow on Main Street at 6:00 p.m. The Challenger Learning Center of the San Joaquin Valley located at Castle is open and representatives are still in lease negotiations with the County.

Assembly Bill 12 which will affect the length of stay in Foster Care takes effect January 1, 2012. Last year, five (5) youth received vouchers for Section 8 which allows transitional housing for up to two (2) years. The Boys & Girls Club of Merced charged a fee for service for the summer courses. The Algebra Academy had sixty (60) incoming freshman who were required to retake Algebra: Forty-seven (47) completed and passed this program and are now in enrolled in Algebra 1. Twelve (12) youth attended the Leadership Class at Camp Green Meadows. A karaoke contest fund raiser is scheduled for December 2, 2011 for ages 21 and over. On Oct. 8th there will be an Open House for the “International Observe the Moon Day.” The Boys & Girls Club is opening an Early Childhood Education room for children under 4. Also, two (2) used vans were given to the Boys & Girls Club from the County. Ms. Rhonda Walton informed members that they were still working on getting the MCOE foundation structure in place. Job Corps NorCal centers are full and are opening the SoCal centers for Merced County, San Diego, Long Beach, Los Angeles, and San Bernardino. There is one young mother who will be going to the Alaska Job Corps Center which allows parents to go along with their child. U.C. Cooperative Extension: Information regarding two national initiatives was shared - Science and Technology and Healthy Lifestyles. In the Science and Technology area, Mr. Mahacek will be presenting the 4-H Robotics Curriculum which is a new National 4-H curriculum developed in Merced. Another item of interest is the statewide grant with Thrives Foundation (4-H) which will train club officers in August at UC Merced. A Countywide project targeting middle school age will be held at HSA on Wardrobe Avenue starting on October 27th.

8. Discussion/Possible Action: a. California Workforce Association’s (CWA) Annual Youth Conference - January 17-19, 2012:

Melissa Abby, Claudia Corchado and Nancy Havens will be attending the CWA Youth Conference. Ms. Havens requested that members complete the survey that was sent out by CWA as to what they would like to see presented at the conference.

9. Reports: a. Fiscal Reports: A copy of the reports was provided in the meeting packet. b. AB 554: The Governor signed AB 554 on Oct. 6th, 2011. This bill will affect how some

Workforce Investment Act funding may be spent. Ms. Havens will continue to follow the bill and bring any new information to the members.

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10. Information:

a. Youth Council Resignation – Ms. Christine Kulina has resigned. b. Ethics 1234 c. Youth Council Meeting Times and Location: d. CWA – Dwight Brydie Scholarship (Deadline November 30, 2011): e. General Information: Brochures attached.

11. Chair Comments/Future Agenda Items: Ms. Glass asked members if they would like to schedule a

business recognition event in the spring to recognize businesses that have hired or have “work experience” youth. The members agreed that it would be a good idea and the event should occur around April of next year. Rhonda will chair the Ad-Hoc Committee for this event. Additional volunteers are: Claudia Corchado, Debbie Glass, Bob Bittner, Daphne Post, Melissa Abby, Nancy Havens and Kathy Wyman of the ROP.

Ms. Glass mentioned that Andrea Baker, Director of Workforce Investment, is retiring this week and Brian Cutler will be the Acting Director. A New Member Orientation will be offered at 3:00 p.m. by Nancy Havens - all members as well as new members are invited. Please respond to Ms. Havens if you plan attending the orientation.

12. Date/Time/Location of Next Meeting: December 14, 2011, 3:30-5:00 p.m., United Way, 658 W Main St, Merced, CA.

13. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 4:40 p.m.

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TO: Youth Council DATE: 12/14/11 FROM: Youth Council Staff For Discussion For Action For Information SUBJECT: Application for Membership PROPOSED MOTION(S): That the Youth Council approve Ms. Daphne Post, Coordinator- WIA Programs, Merced County Office of Education, for membership on the Youth Council and forward to the Workforce Investment Board for approval. DISCUSSION: Ms. Post, nominated by Ms. Newlon, has applied for membership on the Youth Council as a “Representative of Organizations with Experience Relating to Youth Activities.” Ms. Post has been involved with many community-related activities. She has worked in education with at-risk youth at the Valley Court and Community School for over fifteen years: eight years as a teacher in English Language Arts and seven years as an administrator. Currently she is the Coordinator for MCOE WIA programs. ATTACHMENT(S): Application

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Youth Council MERCED COUNTY YOUTH COUNCIL Rennise Ferrario, Chair

Claudia C Corcbado, Vice Chair www.co .merced.ca.uslwilyouth/youth.bnnl

Application for Nomination

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Date: 11/10/11

Home Name: Daphne L. Post Telephone:

Home Address: Home Fax: -----.-- - ------

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Place of Employment: Merced County Office of Education ---~~~----------------------------

OccupationlPosition: Coordinator - WIA Programs

Work Address: 732 W. 13th Street Work Phone: 209-381-5918 ~--~~~~-----------

Merced Work Fax: 209-381-5992 CA, 95340 Work e-mail: dpost@mcoe.org

Please answer the following questions with as much pertinent information about yourself as possible. This form will be used to evaluate your qualification for nomination to serve on the Youth Council.

If you need more room for your answers, please use an additional sheet of paper.

1) List past or present involvement in community-related activities (i.e., committees, volunteer work, commissions, boards, chambers of commerce, etc.).

Present: Alzheimer's Foundation of America Member Arthritis Foundation Member Merced High School Marching 100 Band Booster Member Past (some examples): Courtyard of Merced - Adult Assisted Living; Family Representative for the Board Leadership Merced, Class 22 - Chamber of Commerce - Also, Education Day Chair (Three Years) PAWS for the Cause, All Breed Dog Walk Fund-raiser for Cancer Awareness Mag-Jog, Brenda Mognis Memorial Scholarship Fund Adults with Disabilities - Swimming Instructor Special Olympics - Event Coordinator

Revised September 2008 Page I of6 Youth Council Application and Fact Sheet

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mailto:dpost@mcoe.orgwww.co.merced.ca.uslwilyouth/youth.bnnlwww.co.merced.ca.uslwi/Wlb/wib.bnni

2) Explain your understanding of the purposes, responsibilities, and services offered by the Youth Council.

Develop a coordinated plan for the youth portion of the Workforce Investment Act plan. Decide which provider(s) should be awarded grants and/or contracts to provide high quality activities and services to youth. Coordinate with the chosen provider and all local vocational and educational entities related to workforce preparation. Provide input from and feedback to all stakeholders regarding the development and advancement of youth in Merced County.

3) List all experiences you feel would be advantageous to the Youth Council.

Fifteen years in education with at-risk youth, Valley Court and Community School. Eight years as a teacher for English Language Arts and seven years as an administrator. Experience in program/curriculum development, community and parental involvement, student guidance, mentoring and counseling, budget development and oversight, grant research and writing, and coordinating with all levels of youth support in Merced County. Currently Coordinator for MCOE WIA Programs.

4) Please list any other information that you feel would be pertinent to this application.

I currently provide oversight for In-School (YOP) and Out-of-School (EMPOWER)Youth Programs for Merced County. Through the Youth Council, I'm better able to coordinate all resources and information to ensure the success of the youth that the WIA programs serve. Second, it's important too me personally that the youth in our community are empowered to achieve personal success and financial independence.

5) REFERENCES: List two references who can attest to your suitability for appointment to the Youth Council (please provide name, address and phone number).

Name: Holly Newlon Name: Derrek Dean

Address: 732 W. 13th Street Address: 732 W. 13th Street

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Merced, CA 95340

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TO: Youth Council DATE: 12/14/11 FROM: Youth Council Staff For Discussion For Action For Information SUBJECT: Outreach/Acknowledgment Employer Recognition Event PROPOSED MOTION(S): Select two dates (primary and alternate) between April 17th and May 17th (Tuesday-Thursday) to hold the Employer Recognition Event DISCUSSION: The Ad-hoc Committee has confirmed with the Boys & Girls Club representative the opportunity to use their facility for the Employer Recognition Event. The Ad-hoc Committee is requesting the Council select two dates (primary and alternate) between April 17th and May 17th (Tuesday-Thursday) to schedule the facility. The committee has suggested that the doors open at 5:15 pm and the program begin at 5:45 pm. ATTACHMENT(S): None

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TO: Youth Council DATE: 12/14/11 FROM: Youth Council Staff For Discussion For Action For Information SUBJECT: Youth Council Resignation – Ms. Atenas Canal and Ms. Holly Newlon PROPOSED MOTION(S): For Information Only DISCUSSION: Youth Council Staff received notification from Ms. Atenas Canal and Ms. Holly Newlon of their resignation. Ms. Canal stated that due to her other commitments she can no longer serve on the Youth Council. Ms. Canal expressed her appreciation for having had the opportunity to serve as a Council member. Her resignation is effective October 19, 2011. Ms. Newlon expressed her pleasure in serving on the Council and nominated Daphne Post as her replacement as a “Representative of Organizations with Experience Relating to Youth Activities.” Her resignation is effective December 14, 2011. ATTACHMENT(S): Ms. Atenas Canal and Ms. Holly Newlon Resignation Notice

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From: Athenas Canal [mailto:atenas0810@hotmail.com] Sent: Friday, October 14, 2011 10:24 PM To: Garibay, Jessica Subject: Re: October 19, 2011 Youth Council Meeting Agenda Hello Jessica, I am emailing you to let you know I can no longer be a member of the youth council. I moved to San Jose last August. I will send a letter for everyone knowing this. I apologize for not letting you know earlier. Thank you so much for everything and please extend my apology to the members. Thanks, Atenas Canal

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From: Holly Newlon [mailto:hnewlon@mcoe.org] Sent: Friday, October 21, 2011 4:33 PM To: Havens, Nancy Cc: Daphne Post Subject: Youth Council resignation Good Afternoon Nancy, I am writing to submit my resignation from the Youth Council. It has been a pleasure to serve and I thank you and members of the youth Council for allowing me the opportunity these past several years. I would like to nominate Daphne Post as my replacement as a “Representative of Organizations with Experience Relating to Youth Activities.” Daphne has years of experience serving at-risk youth and will be an asset to the Council. Thank you for your consideration. Holly Newlon Assistant Superintendent, Career & Alternative Education Merced County Office of Education 632 West 13th Street, Merced, CA 95341 (209) 381-6740 Phone (209) 381-6766 Fax

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TO: Youth Council DATE: 12/14/11 FROM: Youth Council Staff For Discussion For Action For Information SUBJECT: Performance Measures Quarterly Report PROPOSED MOTION(S): Information only DISCUSSION: The Common Performance Measures under the Workforce Investment Act specifies three (3) Youth Common Performance Measures that Local Workforce Investment Areas must achieve. Performance reports are generated quarterly to update the status of local performance from the beginning of the program year through the end of the last quarter for which data is available. Local performance measure data is detailed below, which represents performance from July 1, 2011 to September 30, 2011 (First Quarter). Based on the Department’s internal reporting system using data sent to the State, it appears that all youth measures are currently being met (attainment of 80% of measure is considered meeting the measure). Quarterly Performance Update

Report Date 7/1/2011- 9/30/2011 Data as of 10/24/11 2011/12 2011/12

STATE LWIA Actual

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Youth Entered Employment or Education 65.00% 70.00% 78.26%

Attained Degree or Certificate 61.00% 66.00% 86.36% Literacy and Numeracy Gains 40.00% 45.00% 77.78%

ATTACHMENT(S): None

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20111214 7a WIB YC Application for Membership- Daphne Post.pdfFROM: Youth Council Staff For Discussion

20111214 7b WIB YC Outreach.pdfFROM: Youth Council Staff For Discussion

20111214 9a WIB YC Resignation.pdfTO: Youth Council DATE: 12/14/11FROM: Youth Council Staff For DiscussionFor Information

20111214 9a Attachment YC resignation.pdfFrom: Athenas Canal [mailto:atenas0810@hotmail.com] Sent: Friday, October 14, 2011 10:24 PM To: Garibay, Jessica Subject: Re: October 19, 2011 Youth Council Meeting Agenda

20111214 9b WIB YC Performance Measures.pdfTO: Youth Council DATE: 12/14/11FROM: Youth Council Staff For DiscussionFor ActionSUBJECT: Performance Measures Quarterly Report